Waterstones, Cambridge, 11 February 2026
Join authors Linda Wilgus and Rosie Andrews as they talk all things historical fiction. Linda Wilgus will tell us about the dazzling debut novel The Sea Child laced with folklore, mystery and romance. Rosie Andrews will share about The Puzzle Wood - an exquisitely crafted slice of historical crime, as a young governess arrives at her posting on the Welsh-English border determined to learn the truth about the tragic fate of her predecessor. Book signing to follow.
If you’re in the area, please join us for what promises to be a lovely evening! Tickets available here.
Tea Leaves & Reads, Andover, 26 April 2026
Writing from ‘Away’ – An Evening with Susanna Kearsley & Linda Wilgus
The Tea Leaves & Reads Bookshop is thrilled to be hosting an evening of literature featuring two Historical Fiction Authors. Bestselling Author Susanna Kearsley, will be joining us from Canada and is celebrating the re-release of one of her earlier publications, The Rose Garden and she will be taking to the stage with debut author, Linda Wilgus, whose first novel The Sea Child has already captivated early readers.
Please see below for more details about the event. If you’re in the area, we’d love for you to join us! Tickets available here.
The event will be held at the Fairground Village Hall opposite the Tea Leaves & Reads Bookshop with doors opening at 6:00pm, giving attendees time to secure a good seat and visit the T’s & C’s coffee van right outside for refreshments or treats. The Bookshop will also be open for browsing beforehand too.
The main event begins at 7:00pm, when Linda and Susanna will discuss their latest works, writing, and their unique perspectives on Cornwall as well as writing from the perspectives of ‘outsiders.’
Both authors bring a wealth of experience and a global perspective to their work. Linda, born in the Netherlands, and Susanna, a Canadian who has lived in South Korea, the US, and Wales, have both called multiple countries home. This gives them what Susanna refers to as the ‘outsider’s eye’ - the ability to write passionately and insightfully about places they do not live in, which brings both gifts and challenges to their storytelling.
The evening promises an engaging conversation not only about writing and Cornwall, but also about the evolving landscapes of publishing and bookselling. Susanna has been publishing for over three decades, beginning with her Transworld Catherine Cookson Fiction Prize win in 1993, while Linda is launching her career with her debut novel this year. Their discussion will explore the differences, opportunities, and challenges faced by authors at different stages of their careers.